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Live Auction Live Auction 1. Eight Hour Chartered Fishing Trip for Six People Donated by Tangled Mess Charters Enjoy an eight hour chartered fishing trip for up to six people with Tangled Mess Charters, based out of the Yacht Basin Marina in Holland, MI. Captain Don will share his experience and love of fishing with others as you enjoy a day out on beautiful Lake Michigan. Valued at $850 2. An Evening at the Meyer May House, Dinner Party for 10 Donated by Steelcase Enjoy a gourmet four-course dinner, dessert and wine at the Meyer May House, a local architectural treasure. The Meyer May chefs will provide a variety of selections to assure something for every palate. A docent will be nearby to provide guided tours of Meyer May House and weather permitting, the veranda will be open for a lovely setting of conversation and relaxation. Dinner parties can be accommodated most Friday evenings throughout the year. Donated by Steelcase Inc., a private dinner party evening like this is not available except through local charitable events and less than a handful are given each year to the local community. Don’t miss out on your chance to bid on this exclusive dinner party! Value: Pricless. 3. Chicago Cubs Family Package Donated by Dave & Jane Zylstra, Greg & Lyn Jansen, Shedd Aquarium, & Skydeck Chicago If you love Chicago, you won’t want to miss out on this fun, family-friendly adventure! Enjoy four tickets to the July 18th Cubs vs. Mets game, a $50 gift card to Murphy’s Bleachers, famous neighborhood bar right outside Wrigley Field and a two night stay at the Chicago Marriott-Magnificent Mile hotel with parking. You’ll also receive four passes to Skydeck Chicago, and general admission for four to Shedd Aquarium. Valued at $840. 4. Two Night Stay on Mackinac Island Donated by Grand Hotel, Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry, Mackinac State Historic Parks, and Mackinac Island Carriage Tours Get ready for a fantastic stay at the Grand Hotel, the World’s Largest Summer Hotel, on Mackinac Island. This package includes one room for two persons for two nights (June 1 - July 1 or August 14 - October 31, 2016 with Sunday - Thursday arrival/departure pattern). This package also includes two round round trip ferry tickets, two family heritage passes from Mackinac State Historic Parks, and a certificate for for two adults for a narrated, scenic and historic public carriage tour. Valued at $1,934. Live Auction 5. A Week in Traverse City with Wine Tastings & Tours Donated by Andrea Crumback, Bel Lago & 45 North Enjoy a full week in Traverse City at the Tamarack Lodge for up to six people from February 3-10, 2017. This two bedroom, two bathroom condominium features a full bay view from the master and living room, gas fireplace and private balcony. You’ll also receive a tour and tasting with the winemaker experience for to eight people at Bel Lago and a private tasting for six people at 45 North Vineyard and Winery. Valued at over $1773. 6. BarFly Night Out Donated by BarFly Ventures Enjoy a night out as BarFly Ventures’ special guests. Grab three of your favorite people and head downtown to some of GR’s favorite destinations. This package includes stops at all four BarFly bars in downtown GR: Grand Rapids Brewing Company, HopCat, Stella’s Lounge and Waldron Public House. Each stop will include a chef’s table course prepared by BarFly’s staff of talented chefs. Each stop will also include a round of beverages paired to go with each culinary offering. BarFly Ventures will work with you to design the menu for maximum enjoyment by all of your guests. (Please note that a 30 day notice is requested and blackout dates may apply to weekends, holidays, concerts and special events.) Valued at $500. Silent Auction 1. The Henry Ford Museum Experience Donated by The Henry Ford 250 acres of innovation. 300 years of history. 26 million artifacts. At The Henry Ford, you’ll discover America—its culture, inventions, people and can-do spirit—and hundreds of hands-on ways to explore it, enjoy it and be inspired by it. With this package, you’ll receive a four pack of passes good for The Henry Ford or Greenfield Village. Valued at $104. 2. Boyne Highlands Resort Golf or Ski Getaway Donated by Boyne Highlands Resort As one of Michigan’s premiere all-season resorts, you’ll enjoy this opportunity to spend time at Boyne Highlands Resort for a golf or ski getaway. This package includes one night’s lodging for two in the Main Lodge and one-day unlimited (12-hour) lift tickets for two or one round of golf with cart for two after 10am on your choice of four Boyne Highlands golf courses. Valued at $390. 3. Midweek Golf for Two at Treetops Resort Donated by Treetops Resort Treetops Resort in northern Michigan offers spectacular golf and is home to five fantastic courses. With this package, you’ll receive a midweek round of golf for two people on the Tradition course (valid Monday through Thursday, cart not included). Tradition is a walking course which pays homage to golf’s origin. The course is well named as it features “traditional” wooden pins and pennant flags. The links-style layout takes advantage of high ridges and hilltops, providing some sloping while still being walkable. Valued at $110. 4. & 5. Vehicle Graphics from Midwest Sign Company Donated by Midwest Sign Company Put your advertising on the road with colorful vehicle graphics. With this package, you’ll receive a certificate for vehicle graphics for pickup doors and tailgate or similar vehicle graphics—a great way to look good and promote your business! Valued at $185. Two certificates available. Silent Auction 6. Lansing Area Family Package Donated by Potter Park Zoo & Impression 5 Museum With over 160 species of animals, you’ll enjoy this chance to visit Potter Park Zoo over and over again with a two adult family membership good for the 2016 season. You’ll also receive four admission passes to Impression 5 Museum where you can experience scientific exploration through hands- on exhibits and participatory educational programming. Valued at $108. 7. Family Museum Package Donated by Impression 5 Museum, Coopersville & Marne Railway, Grand Rapids Children’s Museum & Grand Rapids Public Museum It’s a museum package packed wtih family fun! You’ll receive four admission passes for scientific exploration at Impression 5 Museum, a historic railway experience with a family four pack of passes to the Coopersville & Marne Railway, hands-on fun with four admission passes to the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum and time to explore with four admission passes and four carousel passes to the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Valued at $148. 8. Battle Creek Family Fun Donated by The Gilmore Car Museum & Binder Park Zoo With two Battle Creek-area attractions to visit, you’ll have a full day of family fun! Receive two passes to The Gilmore Car Museum where you can tour the 90-acre historic campus and view an amazing collection of over 300 vintage automobiles and motorcycles from all eras as well as vintage structures including a service station, dealerships and diner. You’ll also receive two General Admission and two Child Guest Passes for the Binder Park Zoo where you can see animals like giraffes and zebras in the Wild Africa Exhibit. Valued at $76. 9. Family Adventure Package Donated by Sky Zone, Craig’s Cruisers & Jet’s Pizza For the on-the-go family, you’ll enjoy this opportunity for some active play at Craig’s Cruisers (includes six activity passes) and Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park (includes four one-hour passes). You’ll also receive a Jet’s Pizza Party Pac (feeds approx. 10-12 people) including pizza, salad, bread and pop, good at the Allendale or Walker locations. Valued at $170. Silent Auction 10. Season Theatre Passes & Evening At The Picnic Pops Donated by Circle Theatre & Grand Rapids Symphony Every summer, Circle Theatre produces five main stage productions from May through September. The summer season consists of three musicals and two plays, performing more than sixty performances. With this package you’ll receive a certificate for two season flex passes. Main stage productions for this year include Cats, Perfect Wedding, First Date, Over the River and Through the Woods and Rock of Ages. You’ll also receive a certificate for two lawn tickets to the Picnic Pops (good for the first three weeks of Picnic Pops, not valid towards special events). The series lineup features Classical Fireworks, We Will Rock You! The Music of Queen, and The Music of The Beach Boys. Valued at $256. 11. Dick’s Sporting Goods Certificates Donated by Dick’s Sporting Goods Every season starts at Dick’s Sporting Goods. Shop for equipment or apparel for your favorite sports or outdoor activities—golf, hunting, hiking, fishing, water sports, running, baseball, softball and more—with $100 in certificates from Dick’s. Some restrictions apply. Valued at $100. 12. Local Sports Family Package Donated by Grand Rapids Griffins & West Michigan Whitecaps Community Foundation If your family enjoys sports, you’ll have family fun year-round with four lower level face-off tickets to the Grand Rapids Griffins and four reserved seat tickets to the West Michigan Whitecaps. Valued at $138. 13. Pamper Yourself with Salon Spa Package Donated by Design One & Oasis Hot Tub Gardens Enjoy your choice of hair, skin or body treatments with $50 in gift cards to Design 1 Salon Spa, where spa treatments include facials, manicures, pedicures and massage.
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